Dental implants are screw-like posts, usually titanium, surgically placed in your jawbone to act as replacement tooth roots. They fuse with your jawbone for a strong foundation. Abutments connect the implants to artificial teeth, crowns, bridges or dentures, which look and function like natural teeth. Implants improve chewing, speaking, and facial aesthetics compared to dentures. They are a good option for people with missing teeth and adequate jawbone.
Fixed full mouth implants are a permanent solution to replace all your teeth in one or both jaws. Tiny screws (implants) are surgically placed in your jawbone. These implants act as anchors for a fixed bridge (artificial teeth). This bridge looks and functions like natural teeth, so you can eat your favorite foods and smile with confidence. Unlike dentures, fixed bridges are permanent and don't need removal for cleaning. The procedure typically involves 4-8 implants per jaw and requires multiple dentist visits.
Implant retained dentures are a denture option that uses implants for stability, but unlike implant-supported dentures, they aren't permanently fixed. Imagine them as a removable upgrade to traditional dentures. They clip onto a few implants (usually 2-4) for a secure fit, ditching the need for messy adhesives. This gives you more bite strength and comfort than regular dentures, but you can still take them out for cleaning. It's a good middle ground between traditional dentures and fixed implant-supported ones.
Single tooth implants are a permanent solution to replace a missing tooth. They mimic the structure of a natural tooth, with a screw-like implant replacing the root and a custom-made crown acting as the new tooth. Unlike bridges that require shaving down healthy teeth, implants stand alone. The implant fuses with your jawbone for stability and prevents bone loss. The procedure typically involves two surgeries: implant placement and crown attachment. Implants offer a natural look, function, and long-term durability.
Implant-supported bridges are strong, natural-looking replacements for missing teeth. Unlike traditional bridges that anchor to healthy teeth, implant-supported bridges are fixed onto dental implants. These implants act like artificial tooth roots, surgically placed in your jawbone.
The implants provide a stable foundation for the bridge, preventing bone loss in your jaw and keeping the bridge secure. This type of bridge is usually used for replacing multiple missing teeth in a row, typically three or more. While requiring more procedures than traditional bridges, implant-supported bridges offer superior durability and aesthetics.
